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Certified Outside of the U.S.
May 14, 2026
ABFM offers a pathway to initial certification for physicians who have been trained outside of the U.S.
November 2024
May 14, 2026
The Phoenix is ABFM's e-newsletter distributed to all Diplomates and residents to provide important updates, useful tips, and other resources related to certification and other ABFM initiatives.
Strategic Plan
May 14, 2026
ABFM is dedicated to improving Family Medicine Certification by engaging our Diplomates and serving our specialty, the profession, and the public. As we realize the components of this strategic plan, we commit...
ResPIP
May 14, 2026
The Residency Performance Improvement Program (ResPIP) pathway is a means for residency programs to report successful completion of Performance Improvement (PI) group projects developed and overseen by the program which meet ABFM...
Resident Resources
May 14, 2026
Choosing to become board certified is an important decision that requires time and commitment. Below you’ll find resources to assist you throughout your certification journey.
Family Medicine on a Mission Part 2: ‘You Get to Stress Yourself a Little Bit…’
May 22, 2025
Follow Air Force reserve members and numerous physicians as we travel inside health care facilities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
Dr. Kim Yu Finds ‘Reason for Being’ in Family Medicine Advocacy
April 23, 2023
Dr. Kim Yu reflects on how advocacy deepened a commitment to family medicine and advancing issues important to patients.
How ABFM and AAFP are Working Together to “Lead The Change”
May 17, 2022
ABFM and AAFP collaborated on a free self-assessment activity designed to help physicians address health equity and improve patient care.
Oklahoma Physicians Highlight Family Medicine with ‘Fast Talks’ Podcast
July 2, 2025
“We want to try and paint all the different nuances of being a family doctor. There is no one picture of Oklahoma family medicine,” said Dr. Philip Palmer.
Family Medicine on a Mission Part 1: How Air Force Physicians Achieve Humanitarian Goals
May 22, 2025
Meet the ABFM Diplomates behind a mission which positively changes countless lives.
ABFM Engagement Network: Feedback Helps Shape the Future of Certification
March 1, 2021
ABFM Engagement Network feedback has shaped certification improvements, new tools, and innovations that keep certification relevant for family physicians.
Family Medicine on a Mission Part 3: How Well Can You Make A New Friend?
May 22, 2025
Examining front line care and collecting data from this unique humanitarian mission. What happens next?